Question

multiple choice question
evidence from the fossil record suggests that _______

o evolution can occur both gradually and through punctuated episodes, as well as intermediate scenarios

o evolution has mostly occurred through gradual change with only one or two documented cases of punctuated equilibrium

o evolution has mostly occurred by punctuated events, except during times of mass extinction

Explanation:

Fossil records show that evolution can happen gradually (slow - steady change) and also through punctuated episodes (rapid change after long periods of stasis), along with intermediate scenarios. There is not strong evidence to suggest it mostly occurs in one way over the other.

Answer:

evolution can occur both gradually and through punctuated episodes, as well as intermediate scenarios